the MANY types of CD: pockets, part 2

i love pockets.  i know that i've written before about how much i love pockets.  i really do love them as they are suitable for anybody and everything:

- dry fast because of separate pieces
- can stuff more inserts in for maximum absorbency
- prepping the diaper takes hardly any time at all (i usually do them during a tv show)
- they are quite inexpensive

since i last blogged about when the girls were three months, i had ordered more FB diapers (in apple green, this sky blue color, and cotton candy pink), and some other pocket diapers.  why did i go another brand?  well, two reasons- i heard great reviews on mama blogs AND they were cheaper.  so, i thought, let's try it...

Kawaii Blue Label Diapers

- ONE-SIZE diaper.
- i got two (burgundy and rose- colored).  beautiful colors!
- the outside (minky) is incredibly soft and breathable for their skin (doesn't matter what season it is; my girls wear them in AZ, and they're fine).
- definitely not an overnight or long-period-of-time diaper... as my girls soaked through these in a few hours.
- bamboo inner layer with two bamboo inserts (which are quite flimsy if you ask me).
- they washed fine and dried fine (line-dried).

i did like the introduction to bamboo diapers, and i also ordered two of these Mom Label Diapers (in peach red and gold yellow).
- did i like them?  yes and no.
- snaps.
- the colors are GORGEOUS in person.  they are quite stunning.
- definitely not made of a stretchy fabric, which makes it hard to pull for a truer fit.
- haven't had any blowouts.  held in leaks fine. :)
- quite bulky once both inserts are placed in the diaper.
- do last at least 8+ hours for great absorbency!
- other than the colors, would not buy these again.

Kawaii Jeans' Print Pocket Diapers

- ONE-SIZE diaper.
- snaps.
- laced with fleece inside.
- comes with two microfiber inserts.
- wide enough space to move the inserts in and out [for stuffing], BUT they also agitate easily in the wash.  almost too much space, though, if you ask me.
- does not have a leg snap, unfortunately, so it isn't the "truest" of fits.
- holds a good enough absorbency, but definitely not an overnight diaper with just two inserts.
- can stuff more inserts in the diaper in for more absorbency.
- they washed fine and dried fine (line-dried).
- haven't had any blowouts.  held in leaks fine. :)
- would i recommend these?  yes and no.  i love the print, but not the fleece inner layer for reasons i've previously blogged about.
- absolutely adorable print!!!  LOVE them wearing these!

here's the thing about these Canadian-based Kawaii diapers: they're inexpensive.  SO, they are QUITE popular on the mama blogs because everybody wants "cheaper" diapers with the similar quality that every other place is selling... and, i thought that i was going to get the rest of my stash on this site.

BUT, there are three things that held me back:
1. they have horrible customer service (since my quest for cheaper diapers begun, i've read NUMEROUS complaints about K diapers... mainly about how the diapers are frequently out of stock).
2. they don't always have diapers in stock since they're made in China.  many times, they have listed dates as when the diapers will be available for purchase, but didn't meet that deadline. :( independent sites/stores buy them wholesale first (good and bad for the regular customers- good because if Kawaii runs out, then you can buy them through them, but bad because they jack up the price a few dollars).  i got so tired of waiting for the diapers (literally for months) to become *available* for purchase that i finally started looking elsewhere...
3. if you order from CAN, you might as well order at least $70 worth of fluff OR else your shipping is at least $20.

here's a comparison between the Kawaii Blue Label and Mom Labels:



if you can't see the video, then please click here.

all in all, these are great diapers if this is the route you choose to take... and, if you cannot purchase them via Kawaii's main site, then JackBeNatural is a great alternative with fabulous, quick shipping!  they also offer a credit for every purchase you make!  you can definitely see the prices between JBN and K's sites, eh??? :)

what are your thoughts... did CD just become more affordable for you?! :)